William Lawson Park
William Lawson Park is a recreation reserve at 85 Myrtle Street, Prospect, with an all-ages playground at its entrance as its standout feature. The playground includes a Double Inclusive Whirlwind for children in wheelchairs. The reserve also has sportsfields, 4 netball courts, 2 tennis courts, a basketball court and a walking path.
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Playground at William Lawson Park
William Lawson Park has an all-ages playground at its Myrtle Street entrance, completed in 2020. The playspace has Proludic equipment for younger and older children, including toddler swings, an All for One rope swing, a Seahorse springer and an Adventure Multiplay climbing challenge. Its Double Inclusive Whirlwind has a low platform and transfer system so children in wheelchairs can join in. The $122,000 refurbishment was funded through the Work Improvement Program for 2019/20, and the equipment meets European standards EN1176 and EN16630.
Sports Facilities at William Lawson Park
William Lawson Park has sportsfields used by football year round and by athletics in summer, with areas for discus, shot put and long jump. Its 4 netball courts host netball training during the winter sport season. William Lawson Park has 2 tennis courts that can be booked online, and tennis coaching runs on Tuesdays. A basketball court with regulation height and a concrete floor sits behind the netball courts.
Walking Paths and Outdoor Fitness at William Lawson Park
William Lawson Park covers 28.7 acres and has a walking path with routes of about 2.48 km, plus bike paths. Outdoor fitness equipment sits behind the netball courts, giving visitors a place to exercise along the way. The walking path can be used by visitors with mobility needs, and accessibility is part of the park's feature list. A water refill station serves people using the paths.
Facilities at William Lawson Park
Visitor tips for William Lawson Park
- ✓Bring a refillable bottle to top up at the water refill station along the paths.
Getting to William Lawson Park
William Lawson Park is at 85 Myrtle Street, Prospect NSW 2148, with off-street parking across multiple parking lots. Temporary traffic lights are in place nearby, so drivers should expect delays.
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Is there a playground for young kids at William Lawson Park?
Yes, the all-ages playground at the entrance has toddler swings and a Seahorse springer for younger children.
Is William Lawson Park wheelchair accessible?
The playground's inclusive whirlwind has a transfer system for wheelchair users. The basketball court also offers wheelchair access.
Can you book the tennis courts at William Lawson Park?
Yes, the two courts take online bookings, and coaching is available on Tuesdays.
Is there parking at William Lawson Park?
Yes, off-street parking is spread across several lots.
Where can you walk or ride at William Lawson Park?
The walking path offers routes of about 2.48 km, and bike paths also run through the reserve.